Ann Elizabeth Ostrager

Ann Elizabeth Ostrager

March 29, 2019 | New York Law Journal

Will the SEC Take an Expansive Approach to the Extraterritorial Reach of Its Jurisdiction?

This article examines whether the SEC may take a more expansive approach to the extraterritorial reach of its jurisdiction in light of the recent decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit in 'SEC v. Scoville'. Although it remains to be seen whether other circuit courts will align with the Tenth Circuit, this decision may alter and expand the playing field when navigating an SEC investigation or litigation.

By Ann-Elizabeth Ostrager

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